Byblos

About the Business

Specialties

Voted one of the most romantic restaurants of Tampa Bay, Byblos Cafe is a unique restaurant in South Tampa where fresh market flair meets authentic traditional Lebanese Cuisine. Newcomers to Byblos Cafe may think they've stumbled into a sultan's court: belly dancers wind their way past private enclaves replete with plush footstools and gossamer curtains, and heaping trays of charbroiled meats fill the air with the scents of basil and mint. Byblos Cafe adds to the area's culinary diversity with a large, mouth-watering menu, and a full bar. Dine inside and enjoy our vibrant décor, or outside in our unique seating. Chefs draw upon family recipes to prepare a menu of traditional Mediterranean dishes. They hand roll grape leaves around spiced rice and herbs, and they marinate meats in fragrant blends of olive oil, lemon, and garlic. Additionally, Byblos Cafe houses an international market where diners can stock up on Middle Eastern groceries. We also offer live entertainment featuring belly dancers every Friday and Saturday evening. Enjoy our Hookah Lounge and fun photo booths, too! Join us for Happy Hour 4pm-7pm daily and for some of the best food and entertainment South Tampa has to offer.

History

Established in 2001.

Opened by Roger and Ziad, Byblos was opened in 2001 for simple reasons; The two brothers wanted to share their culture through this amazing cuisine and much of which is influenced through their mother's cooking. They also wanted to shared something that was good, fresh, and ultimately healthy. It was a success! Friends, neighbors, the media, and critics tell the rest of the story.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Ziad and Roger E.

Business Owner

Brothers Ziad and Roger graduated from high school in Lebanon. Their wishes were to pursue higher education in the U.S., this great country which accommodates and provides education for millions of Americans and Non-Americans alike. Ziad and Roger received Engineering Degrees from LSU in New Orleans, and financed their education by working at five star hotels in the area. After graduation, they obtained positions with big firms working with integrity, guided by good principals, family principals. With mom, dad and brother Wassim all now in Tampa together, Ziad and Roger opened Byblos in 2001 for simple reasons. The main reason was to pay homage to Mama, her recipes and Lebanese Cuisine. Mama's food is good, fresh, and healthy. Let's introduce and share it a with all of Tampa. It was a success! Our friends, neighbors, the media and food critics tell the rest of the story.We invite you to come see what we built!Choukran/Merci